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‘We must know our past to know our future’: Miles College celebrates Black History Month

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By Bryce Oselen The month of February is nationally recognized as Black History Month. Students attending Miles College say they’re using the month to learn more about their history. Founded in 1898, Miles College’s history is rich, Jalen Stewart serves as Mr. Miles College and says the month of February at his university compares to no other. “Once I first got here to this HBCU, I was just here. I’m a first-generation college student, but I put in a little bit of work myself and did some research to understand, what’s the importance of this, and as you see, I’m

HBCU Achieves Record-Breaking Graduate Enrollment Following College Reinstatement

By Ashley Brown Winston-Salem State University is celebrating a historic milestone as it announces its highest graduate student enrollment, reaching 590 students for the Fall 2024 semester. This achievement reflects a remarkable 14.3% increase from the previous year’s enrollment of 516 students and signifies a significant turnaround following the reinstatement of its graduate college in December 2022. Dr. Montrale Boykin, interim dean of the graduate college, attributes this substantial growth to the university’s renewed focus on expanding graduate programs after a decade-long hiatus. “This is the largest enrollment in the history of the institution,” Boykin stated, highlighting the impressive 31.2% increase in

HBCU Launches Leadership Program for Aspiring K-12 Superintendents

Courtesy of Southern University A&M College Southern University A&M College is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural leadership program tailored specifically for current and aspiring K-12 education leaders. Officially titled the Southern University Academy for Current and Aspiring Superintendents, this groundbreaking initiative, developed in collaboration with HYA Search, will kick off this spring. The Academy will equip K-12 educators with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful transition into public school superintendent. It specifically targets the creation of a diverse pool of educational leaders, emphasizing support for those from underrepresented communities. Currently, women and individuals from Black or Latino

Bronx students kick-off Black History Month with a personal HBCU experience

By Erica Lunsford Students at P.S. 28X in Tremont celebrated the start of Black History Month on Monday with a visit from Lincoln University’s marching band. Staff at the primary school collaborated with the university to showcase some of the culture of Historically Black Universities and Colleges (HBCUs) to inspire the next generation about college. “We’re here to empower the kids to come to HBCUs, represent our culture, be a part and just have fun with whatever you do,” said Lincoln University sophomore Rasheia Davis. The students cheered while enjoying various song selections and dance moves from the band. “Obviously,

HBCU Launches Task Force to Combat Declining Black Male Enrollment

Courtesy of Morgan State University According to recent data from the American Institute for Boys and Men, Morgan State has witnessed a 25% drop in Black male enrollment since 2010. This decline surpasses the 22% drop observed across all U.S. higher education institutions. Despite record-breaking total enrollment figures—making Morgan the nation’s third-largest HBCU as of last fall—the percentage of Black male students has decreased notably from 43% in 2015 to 37% in fall 2024. University President David K. Wilson acknowledged the situation’s urgency in a recent statement, emphasizing Morgan’s longstanding commitment to providing access and opportunity for Black males pursuing higher education.

A Heart for Education: Killeen Veteran empowers students with HBCU connections

By Jasmin Caldwell A Killeen man’s journey from soldier to community advocate is making a significant impact on the future of our youth. His mission is to empower the next generation by connecting them with historically black colleges and universities. Making sure every child has the chance to pursue their dreams. Retired Chief Warrant Officer 3 Scedric Moss is often seen strolling along the roads in his bright “I love Killeen” t-shirts. He has captured the hearts of people near and far. “I was diagnosed with type one diabetes,” said Moss. To stay in shape, I started walking. I love this

Five HBCUs leading the charge in creating Black excellence

What do Martin Luther King Jr., Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, and former Vice President Kamala Harris have in common? They’re all graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The schools saw a surge in applications from high school seniors after the murder of George Floyd. And along with increasingly being seen by Black high school students and families as havens of safety — both physically and culturally — HBCUs produce nearly 13% of all Black graduates, according to the National Center for Educational Statistics. I’m a Morgan State graduate, so I know first-hand these schools aren’t just academic institutions. They’re a testament to

HBCUs In Jeopardy of Losing Funding for Black Cultural Studies

By April Ryan “This is only the beginning of a long fight,” according to Democratic North Carolina Congresswoman Alma Adams. She is addressing the Executive Order to pause federal loans and grants. There is an overwhelming concern in the Historically Black College and University community that many key programs focused on race and equity will be impacted. Adams, a ranking member of a House Subcommittee on Higher Education and the Founder and Co-Chair of the Bicameral HBCU Caucus, issued a statement to Black Press USA once a federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump’s funding freeze. Adams, whose state houses 11 HBCUs, the

Finding Racial Healing in an HBCU Sanctuary

By Denim Fisher Between the push to end diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and the demonization of critical race theory, honest conversations about race on college campuses are challenging to have. It’s no wonder that for the past few years, increasing numbers of Black students have headed to HBCUs so they can learn in an environment where their very existence isn’t under attack. As a first-year student at Spelman College in Atlanta, I know about this firsthand. And for the next six months, I’ll be reporting on racial healing efforts at Spelman — what my fellow students are doing and

Howard University’s “The Yard at Afrotech U” Shines at AfroTech 2024

Written By The Howard University Newstaff Howard University left a lasting mark at AfroTech’s 2024 Conference, hosted in Houston, Texas, with its groundbreaking initiative, “The Yard at Afrotech U”— a vibrant networking hub within the conference’s expo hall. First imagined two years ago and brought to life by a partnership between Howard University and Blavity, Inc. Media Company, creator/owner of the conference, the space was designed to celebrate HBCU unity and resilience. In addition, the space acted as a connector, bringing together Howard alumni, students, faculty, and staff with attendees from other HBCUs (historically black colleges and institutions) and Black professionals—all while

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